Watching a potential strong wind event for parts of B.C. on Monday
All eyes are on a deepening low-pressure system that is expected to bring intense wind gusts to parts of B.C. on Monday
An active pattern that arrived on the West Coast last week brought some much-needed rain and milder temperatures to the region. In fact, Friday and Saturday were the rainiest days since Christmas and Boxing Day 2024 across much of the South Coast.
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An even more potent system arriving on Monday could generate winds gusty enough to cause travel and power issues. A windstorm will be possible for parts of the coast, but the confidence is still low at this time.
While some uncertainty remains, the pattern suggests strong winds are possible as the system moves ashore. Brace for potential power outages and travel interruptions—especially with ferry services.
Monday evening: Windstorm threat present, but low confidence
Forecasters expect a rapidly developing low-pressure system to pass west of Tofino on Monday evening and overnight, sparking very strong wind gusts and large waves as it moves through the region.
The strongest winds are forecast for Greater Victoria and exposed, coastal sections of Vancouver Island. But potent gusts across southern sections of the Lower Mainland are possible Monday night.
Gusts may exceed 90 km/h for coastal sections of Greater Victoria. Peak wind timing: 10 p.m. Monday to 2 a.m. Tuesday.
Gusts may surpass 70 km/h for the southern Gulf Islands, Tsawwassen, Boundary Bay, Delta, and White Rock. Peak wind timing: 12 a.m. to 4 a.m. Tuesday.
Travel interruptions are possible, including ferry disruptions Monday evening. Ensure your devices are charged as power outages are possible.
Another period of drier-than-normal weather, with mild temperatures, is expected to return by midweek, and will continue through early March. However, an unsettled pattern should return before we get too deep into March.
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